1995 Ford Contour brakes problems

Filed Apr 16, 2004 · Brakes · FL

My ABS light has been on continuously for many years. A search of the internet allowed me to find many others who have the same issue with the ford contour. It appears to not be specific to any one model year. My vehicle is a 1995, but I have seen internet queries for many other newer vehicles. What is in common is that the ABS system on the ford contour is faulty causing one to have to spend $4,000 to get it repaired, or drive with less affective brakes. Have you received any other queries about the ford contour ABS failure?

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · OH

I'm a hearing impaired driver/owner of ford '95 contour gl (low-incomer, average $21,000 a year). I've bought this car in 1997 from a minneapolis-area ford dealership (quality auto dealership in bloomington, minnesota). At the time, I had less than $10,000 to pay for a recent used car(one that is within 2-3 years after it came on the market). I tried out few cars and the white 1995 ford contour gl. The dealer insisted that '95 ford contour gl was a good buy at an affordable price. I was willing to trade up my old car to reduce the price but it was still too high for me since it didn't included other fees like the title and registration license. After a short, persuasive negotiation, I got the dealer to agree to mark down to $9995 and I accepted that. So I bought the car. After a few days, I was experiencing a problem with it, so I had it towed back to the dealership and later told me that the whole engine was bad and need to be replaced. I was stunned but they were willing to do the repair for free. It took me a week to get my car back. Everything went fairly fine for the next couple years. In 1999, the air-conditioner in my car stopped working and it was too expensive to repair at the time. I moved to columbus, oh in jan. 2000. For the last 3 years, that car has become a trouble for me. One repair after the next. The biggest repair cost I've paid out was $2060.43 to replace a flywheel. I have tried to take good care of my car by taking it to jiffy lube for oil/check-ups every 3-6 months faithfully and I'm still having trouble with my car. Right now, it is at another ford service because there may be defected wiring coils in my car (a dealer recall that I'm not aware of). I have kept all the service maintenance papers in file for all the repairs and services on my car. I wanted a new car and I'm not very happy. I'm tired of paying for the repairs. Thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Feb 25, 2003 · Brakes · NY

The accelerator and brake pedal was applied simultaneously.

Filed Feb 24, 2003 · Brakes · NY

Consumer simultaneously pressed on the gas and brake pedal.

Filed Nov 21, 2002 · Brakes · AL

Consumer states that all electrical system wire are burned in the front of the vehicle, causing dashboard damage. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information. Ts

Filed Aug 14, 2001 · Brakes, Electrical · TN

Engine/ brakes/ starter /catalytic converter/ fuel pump and fuse failed. Dealership was aware of problem vehicle wouldn't start, and radiator went out also.

Filed May 22, 2001 · Brakes · MA · crash · 3 injuries

With 3 to 4 car lengths in optimal dry daylight weather conditions the car failed to stop at a cruising speed of 35mph, the condition of the brake rotors and pads are in good condition.

Filed Apr 17, 2001 · Brakes, Electrical · NE

Consumer took vehicle for manufacturer's recall 99mo3. Vehicle was experiencing poor traction control, and ABS lights were on constantly. Dealer said wiring harness could cause it not to work. Dealer won't do recall because title was branded. Dealer was wood house ford in blair ne. Phone no. 402‑926‑4126. *ak

Filed Apr 9, 2001 · Brakes, Electrical · TN

Consumer was smelling smoke inside of vehicle , starter/ brakes and other parts were replaced. Dealership was aware of problem.

Filed Apr 9, 2001 · Brakes · NY

When it rains it is difficult to drive car, feels like vehicle is locking up, in order to drive consumer has to put in tracking control when it is on the ABS light comes on, vehicle had 6 codes in system all had to be cleared to verify problem, right front wheel sensor was replaced.